Erni Vales is a painter and printmaker based in the United States whose works have been exhibited nationally. In addition, his art is featured in publications such as The Miami Herald. With a background as a graffiti artist, his original works focused on lettering. However, Vales' recent compositions are narrative-based and explore themes relating to vices, religion, love, music, racism, etc. He primarily creates with acrylics on canvas or metal.